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Samantha Brugmann illuminates the cellular and molecular factors that contribute to the formation of craniofacial structures. 

Science plays the long game, but Adrian Liston celebrates the small achievements his team makes along the way. 

Oded Rechavi shares research and relatable science memes at the touch of his fingertips.

Harrison York combines microscopy and machine learning to visualize and characterize how endosomes regulate intracellular mechanisms. 

The fad of temporarily fasting from pleasurable activities likely won’t “reset” dopamine levels and doesn’t accurately reflect this molecule’s nuanced functions.

By leveraging optogenetic stimulation for more precise muscle activation, scientists hope to advance neuroprosthetic technology.

Researchers adapted microscopy techniques to identify rare instances of Cryptococcus neoformans in mice brains and lungs.

A nutrient-based nanomedicine stopped runaway tumor growth in mice by firing up a latent metabolic pathway.

A member of the lung microbiota releases a peptide that hinders the respiratory pathogen Streptococcus pneumoniae.

A new way of making aligned hydrogels better mimics materials in the body.

Scientists identify potential microRNA-based diagnostic and predictive biomarkers of neonatal encephalopathy.

Human cells repair RNA breaks induced by a programmable CRISPR system, paving the way for temporary treatments for genetic diseases.